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Definition of confidant

confidant

/ˈkɑːn.fɪ.dɑːnt/
con · fi · dant
Adverb:confidentially
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Plural:confidants
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Adjective:confidential
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confidant Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting them not to repeat it to others.

Example

"Throughout his presidency, his brother remained his closest advisor and trusted confidant."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse the noun 'confidant' (a trusted person with whom one shares secrets) with the adjective 'confident' (feeling self-assured or certain). Historically, 'confidante' was used specifically for a female friend, though 'confidant' is now widely used as a gender-neutral term.

• Nearby Words

confessional
confessor
confetti
confidant
confidante
confide
confidence

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 17th century from French 'confident', from Italian 'confidente' ('close friend'), which derives from the Latin 'confidentem', the present participle of 'confidere' ('to have full trust or reliance'). The spelling with '-ant' developed in English to reflect the French pronunciation and to distinguish the noun from the adjective 'confident'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Confidant. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/confidant
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